Physical Security Specialist, GS 5 – 11

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Physical Security Specialist, GS 5 – 11
Duties: Implements and monitors management control procedures in accordance with regulations and other appropriate guidance and direction to ensure that adequate control systems are functional so Government personnel and resources are safely and effectively managed. The employee reviews, analyzes, and processes all incidents or threats reported to the Situational Awareness Management Center (SAMC) in order to detect incidents that may indicate predictive or actual insider threat activity based on Potential Risk Indicators (PRIs). Plans, schedules, and implements security projects in assigned areas. Projects at this level typically involve a small facility or a limited-scope project in a large facility or a facility with a higher facility security level (FSL). Uses technical expertise to complete written reports and briefing documents developed from site reviews and risk assessments. Reviews and provides feedback on the reports and findings of lower-graded employees. Coordinates emergency incidents to provide support to first responders. Provides responses to complex or significant emergency incidents, including reporting and recording them to appropriate management levels and authorities.

Announcement number 23-11965003P-FMX-0080-5T11. Control number 733339300. Apply online. No emails. Visit the website for more details.

Qualification and Experience Qualifications: General Experience/Education GS-05: To be minimally qualified for this position must have 3 years of experience, one (1) year of which was equivalent to the GS-04. To be qualified, the experience must demonstrate the following: Knowledge relative to security administration sufficient to assist senior employees in the conduct of inspections and drafting of periodic and incident reports. Knowledge of general security policies and procedures to provide administrative assistance to higher-level employees in conducting inspections and drafting reports, and performing routine functions related to the service ticket systems, ID card badging processes and procedures, and/or granting of appropriate access to employees relative to their location and position within an organization. Ability to make observations and notes to assist in the conduct of risk assessments, security reviews, and audits of structures for facilities. Experience and knowledge in working both independently and in a group setting contingent on the work assigned. Ability to effectively address in-person and electronic customer concerns. This includes being able to respond through the ticketing system, electronic mail, and telephone calls and to walk-in issues in an efficient and effective manner. Experience and a strong understanding of problem-solving skills, ability to identify potential issues, and determine the best course of action to mitigate such issues from resulting in negative impacts. Administrative skills and experience in organizing and maintaining important documents, reports, and records as needed. Ability to present orally and in writing policies and procedures in ways that are understandable to customers, employees, and external stakeholders. OR Education: A bachelor's degree or four (4) years of education above high school in any field of study from an accredited college or university. OR Combination Of Education And Experience: A combination of education and experience equivalent to that described One (1) year or twelve (12) months of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade. Specialized Experience/Education GS-07: To be minimally qualified for this position must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level that demonstrates experience applying security program concepts, policies, and practices. This experience must include assignments that must have shown completion of the following, or the equivalent: Assisting in conducting security reviews in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the security program; assisting a team in performing basic risk assessments to verify and ensure minimum security standards are implemented and identified. Experience assisting with the administration of less complex physical security programs (i.e., lock, key, combinations, separating employees' clearance) and assisting with basic clerical/office work associated with security equipment contracts and associated budgets. OR Education: may qualify based on education as follows: one (1) full year of graduate level education (18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours) at an accredited college or university in a related field of study such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management. OR Superior Academic Achievement may be met by having a Bachelor's degree, with one of the following: A GPA of 2.95 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last 2 years of study or a GPA of 3.45 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last 2 years of study, or rank in the upper one-third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. OR Combination Of Education And Experience: may qualify with a combination of qualifying graduate education and experience equivalent to that described above. Specialized Experience/Education GS-09: To qualify for this position at this grade level, must have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates knowledge of security program concepts, policies, and practices. Experience assisting in conducting compliance security reviews in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the security program, assisting a team in performing basic risk assessments, and administering less complex physical security programs (i.e., lock, key, combinations, separating employees' clearance). Experience performing basic office/clerical administration regarding security equipment contracts and associated budgets. OR Education: May qualify based on education as follows: A master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field of study such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management. OR Two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a graduate degree in a related field of study such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management. OR LL.B. or J.D. in a related field of study, such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management. OR Combination Of Education And Experience: may qualify with an equivalent combination of qualifying graduate education and experience. Specialized Experience/Education GS-11: To qualify for this position at this grade level, must have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates knowledge of security program concepts, policies, and practices. The assignments must have shown completion of the following, or the equivalent: Experience conducting compliance security reviews in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the security program; performing less complex risk assessments and assisting with large site assessments; providing technical assistance to managers and employees to ensure security measures are met and to resolve security issues. Experience drafting written reports of findings from risk assessments, compliance security reviews, and site surveys and providing limited advice and guidance on budgetary requirements for security equipment and systems. OR Education: may qualify based on education as follows: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field of study such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management fields. OR Three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a graduate degree in a related field of study such as national security studies, information technology, criminal justice, or management. OR LL.M., if related. OR Combination Of Education And Experience: may qualify with an equivalent combination of education and experience. Deadline: 06/22/2024.

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